Talakusuma - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Talakusuma is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Krushnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talakusuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakusuma is 397352. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Talakusuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakusuma
As per Census 2011, Talakusuma village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 329 males and 325 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talakusuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 329 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 287 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 42 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Talakusuma
Talakusuma is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talakusuma
Talakusuma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talakusuma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Talakusuma is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Talakusuma is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakusuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakusuma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talakusuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakusuma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talakusuma
Where is Talakusuma located?
Talakusuma village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talakusuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Talakusuma is Krushnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Talakusuma?
The pincode of Talakusuma is 754138.
What is the population of Talakusuma?
Talakusuma has a total population of 654, including 329 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Talakusuma?
There are 151 households in Talakusuma.
What is the literacy rate in Talakusuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakusuma is 84.56%. Male literacy is 87.23% and female literacy is 81.85%.